Demonology
Demon
Direct answer
Demon means a harmful or evil spiritual being in biblical, theological, and religious language, though the concept varies across cultures and traditions.
A Demon is a harmful spiritual-being term handled here as biblical and historical reference.
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At a glance
- Also called
- evil spirit, unclean spirit
- Found in
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Related
- Fallen Angel, Spiritual Warfare, Curse, Discernment
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The story behind Demon
Demon language developed across ancient religion, Jewish and Christian demonology, folklore, medieval literature, and modern culture.
The spiritual meaning of Demon
Spiritually, Demon asks whether fear is being replaced by truth, peace, and wise support.
Demon in the Bible
In the New Testament, demons are often called unclean spirits and are shown as subject to the authority of Christ.
Demon in numerology
Numerology should not be used to identify demons or create fear. Repeated-number anxiety should be grounded and tested.
Why Demon matters
Demon matters because the word can trigger fear, but careful study separates biblical language, folklore, mental-health concerns, and popular horror imagery.
Demon in practice: an example
The Gospel accounts of Jesus confronting unclean spirits emphasize liberation and authority, not fascination with the spirits.
Where readings of Demon go wrong
It is a mistake to attempt spirit contact, summoning, bargaining, binding, or amateur deliverance procedures.
Sources and editorial method
This entry summarizes the tradition in the Almanac's own words; where no source is listed, it is an editorial summary rather than a primary text, and symbolic readings are named as the tradition's, not as fact.
Do not attempt to summon, contact, bargain with, bind, or manipulate demons.
- Source
- The Great Almanac Dictionary
- Category
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Aliases
- evil spirit, unclean spirit, demonic force
- Last updated
- 2026-09-26
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Common questions
What is Demon?
Demon means a harmful or evil spiritual being in biblical, theological, and religious language, though the concept varies across cultures and traditions.
Where does Demon come from?
Demon language developed across ancient religion, Jewish and Christian demonology, folklore, medieval literature, and modern culture.
What does Demon mean spiritually?
Spiritually, Demon asks whether fear is being replaced by truth, peace, and wise support.
What does the Bible say about Demon?
In the New Testament, demons are often called unclean spirits and are shown as subject to the authority of Christ.
What do people get wrong about Demon?
It is a mistake to attempt spirit contact, summoning, bargaining, binding, or amateur deliverance procedures.
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